The Oz Principle: Getting Results Through Individual and Organizational Accountability

Help readers relate the book’s lessons to their own life experiences.

1. Have you ever been stuck in the “victim cycle” that the book describes? Which of the six stages stood out as familiar?

2. Seeking feedback is a key part of “See It.” Reflect on a time when honest feedback shifted your perspective. What made that moment impactful or difficult?

3. Think of a situation during which you eventually realized your role in a problem. How did that realization change your next steps or your behavior going forward?

4. Joint accountability expands responsibility beyond job titles. When in your work life do you naturally step into this mindset? Where might you resist it, and why?

5. The authors assert that even those who’ve been wronged can benefit from focusing on what they can control. Have you ever taken this approach? What happened?

6. Glinda models influence without control. When you guide others, how do you strike a balance between support and autonomy? Can you think of an example?

Encourage readers to think about the book’s role in current professional conversations.

1. The authors suggest that victim culture undermines responsibility and growth. In today’s professional climate, how do you think leaders should navigate the line between validating hardship and promoting agency?

2. The book was first released in the 1990s. Considering the rise of remote work, mental health awareness, and evolving workplace norms, how relevant is their model in today’s environment?

3. The authors touch on trauma and personal history but emphasize personal ownership. How does this approach align or conflict with current professional conversations about accountability, support, and resilience?